Description:
Dr. Art's Guide to Planet Earth is billed "For Earthlings ages 12-120" and provides an introduction to the concept of Earth system science.  Chapters are richly illustrated with color graphics, figures, and diagrams on the following subjects: Matter Cycles, Energy Flows, Life Webs, Think Globally, and Act Locally. An accompanying Website features animations, brainers, and experiments that will enrich your experience of the book.  The book can be purchased book on-line (visit the Dr. Art's Guide to Planet Earth Website) or from your local bookstore (ISBN 1-890132-73-X).

Organization:
WestEd
Chelsea Green Publishing

URL:
http://www.planetguide.net

Contact:
WestEd, 730 Harrison Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Cost:
$14.95, group discount purchases are available, contact planetguide@wested.org

Education Level:
Grades 5-8
Grades 9-12

Subject:
Aerosols
Carbon Cycle
Chemistry
Climate
Earth System Science
Ecology
Energy
Greenhouse Effect
Ozone
UV Radiation
Water Cycle

Resource Type:
Internet Site
Curriculum/Instructional Materials
Book
 

Date Added to teachearth.com:
5/1/00